Integrated-Physical-Sciences by WGU Valid Free Exam Practice Test

Question 1

Which type of energy is generated by harnessing powerful ocean currents?

A. Hydrogen B. Biofuel C. Tidal D. Geothermal

Correct Answer: C

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Question 2

The rock layers shown in the illustration have not been disturbed or overturned

Basalt (Igneous)
Sandstone (Sedimentary)
Siltstone (Sedimentary)
Slate (Metamorphic)
What should a geologist conclude about the geologic history ot this area7

A. It experienced a volcanic eruption and then was located underwater B. It experienced high heat and pressure, followed by deposition and then a volcanic eruption. C. It was a desert environment, followed by glaciers and then high heat and pressure D. It has experienced high heat and pressure throughout its history

Correct Answer: A

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Question 3

Which type of wave can travel through a vacuum?

A. Sound waves B. Seismic waves C. Radio waves D. Water waves

Correct Answer: C

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Question 4

Why do comets develop tails when they are near the Sun?

A. The combustion of flammable compounds in its atmosphere B. The evaporation of ice and the release of dust particles C. The increasing velocity as the comet approaches the Sun D. The increasing rate of debris impacts as the comet approaches the Sun

Correct Answer: B

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Question 5

Hail falls into the ocean.
Between which two reservoirs is the hail transferred during this process?

A. Glaciers and surface water B. Atmosphere and glaciers C. Surface water and ground water D. Atmosphere and surface water

Correct Answer: D

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Question 6

A student makes the diagram of the rock cycle that is shown here
Which description should the student place on arrow B?

A. Erosion and deposition B. Uplift and compression C. Heat and pressure D. Melting and cooling

Correct Answer: D

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Question 7

An electron is transferred from one atom to another.
Which type of bond is formed?

A. Elemental bond B. Covalent bond C. Metallic bond D. Ionic bond

Correct Answer: D

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Question 8

Consider the location of nitrogen (N) on the periodic table

Which element has chemical properties that are similar to nitrogen's7

A. Silicon (Si) B. Boron (B) C. Neon (Ne) D. Phosphorus (P)

Correct Answer: D

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WGU Integrated Physical Sciences (MTC1) - Integrated-Physical-Sciences Exam Practice Test